How is budgeting at this level of government different from other levels of government? (review textbook Chapter 1 Budgeting for Public Managers by John Swain and BJ Reed)
What are the fiscal challenges facing this agency?
Is the agency generating sufficient revenue?
Does the agency’s budget contain clear policy direction?
Is it evident from the budget: what the mission of this agency is?
What major programs are carried out by this agency? Examine the programs and objectives of the agency as indicated by its expenditures.
Is money being spent in such a way as to accomplish the objectives of the agency?
Does this agency have a capital budget? If so, what projects are being pursued?
What additional information would you like to see in order to analyze this agency’s budget?
